Under the supervision of an employee of a higher classification, performs journeyman carpentry work in both construction and maintenance activities. Work involves performance of skilled carpentry tasks in the construction, alteration, and repair of wooden structures and equipment. Assignments received are usually oral or written, but may be in the form of penciled layouts, rough sketches, or blueprints. Close supervision is exercised over one or more trades workers and other subordinate personnel. Work is performed independently, with considerable latitude for determining materials and work methods used and is subject to inspection during progress and upon completion. Performs other work as requested.

Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, and tools of the carpentry trade.
Knowledge of City-Parish building codes governing building construction, repair, and alteration.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Skill in the use and operation of carpenter tools and machines.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches and blueprints.
Ability to direct the work activities of an assistant on-site.
Ability to perform duties requiring physical strength and endurance.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with coworkers, superiors, and others.
Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the department and division.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent certificate of competency, and successful completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training program in the carpentry field.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Position(s) of this classification may require a valid Louisiana driver's license. If license is required, must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

OTHER JOB ASPECTS

None.

NOTE:

The work examples described in this specification are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job.

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